Judaica / Zionism - Congregation Emanu-El Medal, New York City, 1995 - 185 g, 75 mm

Judaica / Zionism - Congregation Emanu-El Medal, New York City, 1995 - 185 g, 75 mm A large presentation medal issued by Congregation Emanu-El of New York City, one of the oldest and most prominent Reform Jewish congregations in the United States. Founded in 1845, the congregation is active in worship, lifelong learning, spiritual growth, social justice and community service. Obverse: At the center appears a stylized architectural rose window with a Star of David at its center. Around the rim appears the inscription: “CONGREGATION EMANU-EL OF THE CITY OF NEW YORK” “THE HERITAGE SOCIETY” Reverse: At the top appears the inscription “PRESENTED TO”, followed by a blank panel intended for engraving the recipient’s name. At the center is a dedication expressing gratitude for the recipient’s intention to support future generations of the congregation through a bequest to Temple Emanu-El. A second blank engraving panel appears at the bottom.